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Nov182016

New Munchkin-inspired game has a Wonderland theme, simpler rules, and less backstabbing – perfect for young kids

AUSTIN, Texas (November 4, 2016) – A new Munchkin-inspired game will let families with young kids explore Wonderland in a game that plays like a friendlier, simpler version of classic Munchkin.

In Munchkin Wonderland, players wander a whimsical landscape fighting enemies such as the the Queen of Hearts, the Cheshire Cat, or the Jabberwock. They’ll get help from classic characters such as the Dormouse, March Hare, and Alice herself using weapons like the Vorpal Blade and Six Impossible Things Before Breakfast.

Steve Jackson Games, based in Austin, Texas, has been publishing games, game books, and magazines since 1980. Its best-selling game is Munchkin, with almost 7 million games and supplements in print worldwide. Other top sellers are GURPS (the Generic Universal RolePlaying System), Zombie Dice, and Illuminati. Past hits have included Car Wars and Toon. Steve’s very first game, Ogre, originally released in 1977, drew almost a million dollars’ worth of Kickstarter support in 2012 for a super-deluxe edition, released in late 2013.

Steve Jackson Games Announces Two More Munchkin Guest Artist Editions!

AUSTIN, Texas (October 5, 2015) – Steve Jackson Games’ classic monster-bashing card game Munchkin was released in July 2001. Since then, it’s sold millions of games, expansions, comics, and toys.

Steve Jackson Games has already announced three Guest Artist Editions – Munchkin illustrated by Ian McGinty, Star Munchkin illustrated by Len Peralta, and Munchkin Fu illustrated by John Kovalic – and now we’re ready to announce two more:

· In June, a new version of Munchkin Cthulhu will crawl out of the depths, illustrated in adorable fashion by Katie Cook.

Steve Jackson Games, based in Austin, Texas, has been publishing games, game books, and magazines since 1980. Its best-selling game is Munchkin, with almost 7 million copies of the games and supplements in print worldwide. Other top sellers are GURPS (the Generic Universal RolePlaying System), Zombie Dice, and Illuminati. Past hits have included Car Wars and Toon. Steve’s very first game, Ogre, originally released in 1977, drew almost a million dollars’ worth of Kickstarter support in 2012 for a super-deluxe edition, which was released in late 2013.

AUSTIN, Texas (July 23, 2015) – Since 1998, Steve Jackson Games has published GURPS Traveller source books under license from Far Future Enterprises. Traveller, a science fiction game of merchant princes and mercenaries, has long been a favorite of gamers everywhere. On December 31, 2015, Steve Jackson Games’ Traveller license will expire, and will not be renewed.

I’m actually pretty excited about this game, here is the manufacturer description.

Our favorite party game is all grown up. Telestrations After Dark is the adults only version of the #1 LOL party game Telestrations. Draw what you see then guess what you saw for hilarious, weird, irresponsible and just plain wrong outcomes. Telestrations After Dark is “adults only” miscommunication at its best!

Ages 17+ | 4-8 Players | MSRP: $29.95

With that said I’ve been playing Telestrations pretty much since it’s conception. I can only imagine what an adult version means. I’m sure it’s done with great taste and style. I find this to be one of the most intriguing releases of the year. I only hope that as a reinvented game it doesn’t stray from it’s origin too much!

AUSTIN, Texas (7/06/2015) – Fans of Zombie Dice can breathe a sigh of relief; it’s returning after a brief period out of stock with brand-new packaging and improved components! New and improved Zombie Dice ships in September 2015. These are the improvements to the game . . . drumroll please:

· What you see is what you get! All dice are now visible in the packaging.

· Shiny new back cover design makes it super easy to pick up and play.

“We’re really grateful to the fans who’ve supported Zombie Dice since its release in 2010,” said Phil Reed, Steve Jackson Games CEO. “We want the best in brain-eating fun for everyone!”

About Steve Jackson Games

Steve Jackson Games, based in Austin, Texas, has been publishing games, game books, and magazines since 1980. Its best-selling game is Munchkin, with well over 5 million copies of the games and supplements in print worldwide. Other top sellers are GURPS (the Generic Universal RolePlaying System), Zombie Dice, and Illuminati. Past hits have included Car Wars and Toon. Steve’s very first game, Ogre, originally released in 1977, drew almost a million dollars’ worth of Kickstarter support in 2012 for a super-deluxe edition, which was released in late 2013.

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May202015

Topps and Steve Jackson Games Invade Earth with GURPS Mars Attacks

AUSTIN, Texas (May 13, 2015) – Steve Jackson Games and Topps have a successful history of partnering together, particularly where Mars Attacks is concerned. Mars Attacks: The Dice Game was a big hit with fans, and soon Mars Attacks: Ten-Minute Takedown will hit stores, allowing dexterity game fans to destroy Earthling cities too. But what about GURPS fans? Well, now they’ll get their chance too, with GURPS Mars Attacks! This book will let GURPS players act out the invasion of Earth, from either the Earthling side or the Martian side!

“It should be no surprise by now that we love Mars Attacks, and that we love working with Topps,” said Phil Reed, Steve Jackson Games CEO. “And now we get to share that love with all of our loyalGURPS fans. That’s exciting!”